What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Manchester?

The distance between Birkenhead and Manchester is 31 miles. The road distance is 36.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Manchester?

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Manchester bus from?

Birkenhead to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Manchester train from?

Birkenhead to Manchester train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester is to train which takes 34 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Manchester bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Manchester train arrive?

Birkenhead to Manchester train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Manchester is 37 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Birkenhead to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3644+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Birkenhead to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birkenhead and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birkenhead to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Birkenhead to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
34 min
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Manchesterrideshare 33.3 mi
54 min
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
1h 40m
Drive 36.7 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Manchestercar 36.7 mi
48 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Manchestertaxi 36.7 mi
48 min
£80–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Birkenhead to Manchester.

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Manchester, England?

First TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria hourly, and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 40m. FlixBus-eu also services this route 3 times a day.

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